Founding Principles
Erasmus School is established on principles which were
originally stated by Mr Leon MacLaren, the founder of the School of
Philosophy. They are as follows:
a. to inform the children about:
- the simple principles of spiritual knowledge
- knowledge of the universe
- man
- and the individual’s relation thereto
in the belief that the child really knows. If the information is
given simply and accurately, the child is enabled to connect with
its own inner knowledge.
b. to remind the child of the threefold human duty:
- remember the Creator
- live according to the fine regulations of the universe
- find the way back to God
c. to give disciplined practice in spiritual, mental and
physical fields, including training in appropriate skills.
Spiritual and Philosophical Basis of School
The school presents the principles of Spiritual Knowledge drawn
from the Holy Vedic tradition and the Philosophy of "Advaita"
(meaning "non-duality"). The School also upholds the Christian
traditions and values which have shaped the western culture to
which we belong. Scripture studies in the School focus on the
Bible, the Bhagavad Gita and the Upanishads. More information can
be obtained from the School if needed.
The School was established by the Melbourne School of Philosophy
who support the school on an ongoing basis.
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